Less than a week into the 2026 legislative session, state Sen. Kelly Seyarto introduced two gut-and-amend bills. Senate Bill 288 clarifies Proposition 19's probate timeline to prevent unfair tax reassessments, while Senate Bill 523 addresses fire coverage distinctions within homeowners insurance policies.
The Federal Communications Commission announced a ban on new foreign-made drones and parts entering the U.S., citing national security risks. While existing drones and previously approved models are unaffected, concerns remain about impacts on agricultural operations that rely on unmanned aircraft systems technology.
The California Department of Fish and Wildlife will conduct helicopter captures of deer, elk and wolves across multiple Northern California counties in January to fit animals with GPS collars. Wolf efforts will focus on Siskiyou, Lassen and Tehama counties, with possible expansions to come.
The California Department of Food and Agriculture has lifted the ban on exhibitions at fairs and shows. The cooperation from producers to adhere to biosecurity measures and herd immunity acquisition led to this action.
There is significant confusion about the current state of commercial driver's licenses for non-domiciled persons in California and whether commercial driver's licenses are being canceled. California DMV says the extension given is valid, and the U.S. Department of Transportation is arguing otherwise.
Rep. Doug LaMalfa died earlier this week. The Congressman had represented California's 1st District since first elected in 2012 and served in the state Senate and Assembly prior to that.
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